Welcome to Art+Tech: Exploring Neoconceptual Art, the 2023 programme led by acclaimed artist Nujoom Alghanem. This year, we are thrilled to offer 21 talented students from across 6 universities, a transformative experience from June 15th to November 14th. Through nine mentoring sessions and three workshops, participants will delve into the realms of art and technology. They will explore phenomena, conduct research on weather methodologies, and create art concepts derived from scientific studies. Capturing the essence of Al-Ain Oasis, participants will collaborate across groups, culminating in the creation of remarkable artworks exhibited in celebration of their successful contributions. Join us for a journey of artistic exploration and personal growth!
Areas of Exploration:
• Utilizing Art tools to approach and question specific phenomena.
• Conducting research to find the similarities and differences between traditional and scientific methodologies in understanding weather.
• Using a Durour Ancient Astronomical Local Chart as a case study for testing change in weather and its impact on our environment and plants.
• Creating art concepts derived from the scientific studies.
• Capturing images, videos, sounds and other artifacts from Al-Ain Oasis to develop art projects.
• Creating a portal composed of all the efforts and activities of the participants.
• Creating one artwork or more to show case the successful contributions of participants and guest artist of this program to be exhibited in Al-Ain Oasis.